Community Guidelines

Treat People Right

Be Kind: This community is made up of independent musicians, music fans, and people just like you. Respect each other. Disagreements are okay—harassment is not.

No Hate Speech: We don't tolerate hate speech, discrimination, or bullying based on race, gender, identity, religion, or anything else. First violation = warning. Second = permanent ban.

Messages Are Public(ish): When you message an artist after purchasing, remember they're reading it. Be respectful. Artists won't see your purchases or messages if you're abusive.

Respect Artists: Artists pour hours into their music. Even if it's not your style, it took effort. Support the community by being encouraging, not cruel.

Music & Copyright

You Own Your Work: If it's on TuneFreq, you must own it or have permission to distribute it. Don't upload remixes, covers, or samples without credit or rights.

Credit Collaborators: If you're not the sole creator, credit everyone involved. Tag features, producers, and engineers in your release metadata.

Sample Clearance: If your music includes samples, you're responsible for clearing those samples. TuneFreq doesn't clear samples for you.

Respect Copyright: If you're a listener, don't share purchased downloads publicly or redistribute them. You bought the right to listen—not to share.

Content Standards

No Malware: Don't upload files that contain viruses, malware, or anything designed to harm devices or collect data.

No Illegal Activity: Don't use TuneFreq to promote, coordinate, or facilitate illegal activity.

Realistic Metadata: Don't mislead about artist names, genres, or release dates. Impersonation = instant ban.

Appropriate Cover Art: Album covers should be appropriate. Extremely graphic, sexual, or violent imagery may result in removal.

Commerce Ethics

No Artificial Inflation: Don't create fake accounts to artificially inflate sales, plays, or follower counts. We detect this and ban permanently.

Honest Pricing: Don't engage in price manipulation or coordinated pricing schemes.

Fan Relationships: Don't spam listeners with messages or force them to follow you for purchase access.

Dispute Resolution: If there's a problem (payment, refund, content), try to work it out directly with the other party first. Contact us only if it's unresolved.

What Happens if You Violate These Guidelines

Warning: First-time, minor violations get a warning. We'll explain what went wrong.

Suspension: Repeated violations result in a temporary suspension (7-30 days depending on severity).

Permanent Ban: Serious violations (hate speech, harassment, copyright infringement, fraud) result in permanent account termination. No refunds.

Appeals: Think you were banned unfairly? Email [email protected] with your case. We review appeals carefully.

Legal Action: Serious violations may result in legal action (fraud, harassment, copyright claims).

Questions?

These guidelines exist to protect everyone. If you're unsure about something, ask us first. Email [email protected] and we'll help.